Chapter 14: Simply Giovanna

How can one person, one human being, be so fabulous...24/7??!! Well, Giovanna Battaglia is just that "one". Her style always speaks to me....mixing patterns and texture where others will never be able to pull off. She dresses to her taste, not necessarily to what's in fashion.

Always non-conforming, unique, and ultra-chic, Giovanna Battaglia's styles is a constant metamorphosis in and of itself. She is the epiphany of style-Italia (or rather style-Battaglia). If I could raid her closet, I'd do it in a New York second.

Giovanna: if you ever need to make room in the closet, I'll take whatever you got....call me!

Chapter 13: Fabrics of Summer (more to follow)

Crazy day at work so keeping it short. I mean how amazing are these colors and fabrics of summer? JUST an instant picker-upper!!! (found via style.com)

Chapter 12: Fashion: Japan

I'm always in black and white, and sometimes electric blue when I feel a bit daring. :P That must be why I especially love eclectic style...since my personal style is a bit one note. To me, Japanese fashion is just one of the most diverse and sometimes bizarre styles out there. Stumbling upon various websites, I found zozo. I must say, it is absolutely great! Lovely photography, unique style, and so incredibly fun. I just adore it...here's a small preview...

Chapter 11: Model Sophisticate-Dovima

If I could choose an time to live in for a day, it would definitely be the mid-late 50's. A time of true elegance and class. Think Audrey Hepburn, Grace Kelly...and model of the time...Dovima. Ahh, such sophistication just does not exist anymore. Ms. Dorothy Virginia Margaret, you sure are fantastic.

Chapter 10: What happened to Mischa?

LOVE this spread, I must find out more about this Marc Baptiste photographer. Great concept, style and perspective (via mischastyle.com). Oh yeah, whatever happened to Mischa Barton?

Chapter 9: Backstage Report

I personally find the backstage shots of fashion shows most mesmerizing, more so than the show itself. I feel that the photographer really captures the essence of fashion, unplugged, sorta speak. Plus, something about the models just being in their own element (more or less) really makes the clothing that much more exciting and relate-able. Below are from the 3.1 Phillip Lim Spring 2009 Show (one of my favorite shows of the season).

*Photo credit: Style.com

Chapter 8: Spring Trend Alert-Peace, Love, and Flowing Dress

Seen throughout the Spring '09 fashion week are these flowing, hippie, print dresses. I've always been a fan of boho chic, so I am ecstatic this look is making a come-back. Below are a few looks I composited 1. Diane von Furstenberg 2. Matthew Williamson 3. Roberto Cavalli and, 4. Emilio Pucci (also designed by M. Williamson).


AND...here are a few alternative Recessionista choices. ENJOY!

1. Matthew Willamson for H&M $349 (available April 23rd)


2. J. Crew $375 ALSO available in yellow.

3. Nordstrom $58.00!!!